Lipirex tablet 40mg

Description

Lipirex tablet uses:

Lipirex tablets 40mg are used for the following health conditions:

1. Lowering Cholesterol Levels: It is primarily used to reduce high levels of cholesterol in the blood.
2. Preventing Cardiovascular Diseases: By lowering cholesterol levels, Lipirex helps reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes.
3. Managing Hyperlipidemia: It is effective in treating hyperlipidemia, a condition characterized by elevated lipid levels.
4. Preventing Atherosclerosis: This tablet helps to prevent the buildup of plaque in the arteries, reducing the risk of atherosclerosis.
5. Improving Lipid Profiles: It helps improve lipid profiles by lowering LDL cholesterol and increasing HDL cholesterol levels.
6. Treating Familial Hypercholesterolemia: It is used to manage familial hypercholesterolemia, an inherited condition causing high cholesterol levels.
7. Reducing Triglycerides: It effectively lowers triglyceride levels in the blood.
8. Enhancing Vascular Function: This medicine promotes healthy vascular function by reducing cholesterol-related damage to blood vessels.
9. Combating Atherogenic Dyslipidemia: Lipirex is beneficial in treating atherogenic dyslipidemia, a condition characterized by abnormal lipid levels predisposing individuals to cardiovascular diseases.

Lipirex tablet uses in Urdu:

:درج ذیل صحت کی حالتوں کے لیے استعمال کی جاتی ہےLipirex Tablets 40mg

کولیسٹرول کی سطح کو کم کرنا: یہ بنیادی طور پر خون میں کولیسٹرول کی اعلی سطح کو کم کرنے کے لیے استعمال ہوتا ہے۔
قلبی امراض کی روک تھام: کولیسٹرول کی سطح کو کم کرکے، دل کے دورے اور فالج کے خطرے کو کم کرنے میں مدد کرتا ہے۔
ہائپرلیپیڈیمیا کا انتظام: یہ ہائپرلیپیڈیمیا کے علاج میں موثر ہے، ایسی حالت جس میں لپڈ کی سطح بلند ہوتی ہے۔
ایتھروسکلروسیس کی روک تھام: یہ گولی شریانوں میں تختی کی تعمیر کو روکنے میں مدد کرتی ہے، ایتھروسکلروسیس کے خطرے کو کم کرتی ہے۔
لپڈ پروفائلز کو بہتر بنانا: یہ ایل ڈی ایل کولیسٹرول کو کم کرکے اور ایچ ڈی ایل کولیسٹرول کی سطح کو بڑھا کر لپڈ پروفائلز کو بہتر بنانے میں مدد کرتا ہے۔
خاندانی ہائپرکولیسٹرولیمیا کا علاج: یہ خاندانی ہائپرکولیسٹرولیمیا کو منظم کرنے کے لیے استعمال کیا جاتا ہے، یہ ایک موروثی حالت ہے جس کی وجہ سے کولیسٹرول کی سطح بڑھ جاتی ہے۔
ٹرائگلیسرائڈز کو کم کرنا: یہ خون میں ٹرائگلیسرائیڈ کی سطح کو مؤثر طریقے سے کم کرتا ہے۔

عروقی فنکشن کو بڑھانا: یہ دوا خون کی نالیوں کو کولیسٹرول سے متعلق نقصان کو کم کرکے صحت مند عروقی افعال کو فروغ دیتی ہے۔

Formula/ingredient:

The active ingredient in Lipirex tablet 40mg is Atorvastatin calcium trihydrate (40mg). Each tablet contains 40 milligrams of atorvastatin calcium.

Lipirex tablet Side effects:

Some potential side effects are:

• Muscle pain
• Headache
• Digestive issues (nausea, diarrhea, constipation)
• Increased liver enzymes
• Rhabdomyolysis (severe muscle breakdown)
• Liver toxicity
• Allergic reactions (rash, itching, swelling)
• Memory loss or confusion
• Insomnia or sleep disturbances
• Peripheral neuropathy (tingling, numbness, weakness)

Contra-indications:

Contraindications for Lipirex tablet include:

• Pregnancy: Lipirex is contraindicated during pregnancy due to potential risks to the fetus.
• Breastfeeding: It should not be used while breastfeeding as it may pass into breast milk and harm the infant.
• Liver Disease: Individuals with active liver disease or unexplained increases in liver enzymes should not take these medicines.
• Allergy: Patients with a known hypersensitivity to atorvastatin or any component of Lipirex tablet should avoid its use.
• Active Muscle Disease: It is contraindicated in patients with active muscle disorders or a history of
• myopathy.

Precaution and Warning:

1. Liver Function Monitoring: Regular monitoring of liver function tests is recommended before starting Lipirex therapy and periodically thereafter to detect any signs of liver dysfunction.
2. Muscle Symptoms: Patients should be advised to report any unexplained muscle pain, weakness, or tenderness promptly, as these may indicate a serious condition such as myopathy or rhabdomyolysis.
3. Avoid Alcohol: Patients should be counseled to avoid excessive alcohol consumption while taking Lipirex tablets, as it may increase the risk of liver damage and muscle-related side effects.
4. Grapefruit Juice: Consumption of grapefruit juice should be avoided while taking these tablets, as it may interfere with the metabolism of the medication and increase the risk of side effects.
5. Pediatric Use: This tablet is not recommended for use in children under 10 years of age due to limited safety and efficacy data in this population.

Dosage:

The recommended dosage of Lipirex tablet for adults is typically 40 milligrams once daily, administered orally with or without food. However, the dosage may vary depending on individual patient response, lipid profile goals, and the severity of the condition being treated.

Price in Pakistan:

Lipirex tablet 40mg is available for Rs/525.00 in all pharmacies in Pakistan.